Labor Relations Intern - MN

Xcel Energy•Minneapolis, MN

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

An internship with Xcel Energy’s Labor Relations Department will expose the intern to various complexities of investigations, from contractual Agreements to grievance resolution, through first-hand experience sitting at the negotiating table, research of historical data from a wide-ranging historical archive, and exposure to legal writing through various types of communications. An internship with Labor Relations will also teach effective verbal communication, essential to problem-solving, troubleshooting, and efficient progress in labor relations. You’ll be partnered with various members of Xcel Energy’s Labor Relations employees to support their work and learn multiple strategies and tactics essential for a successful career in labor relations. During your internship, you’ll be exposed to a wide array of labor relations topics, such as negotiations, grievance processing, and problem-solving issues, where you’ll be able to hone your verbal and written communication skills, legal writing, and contract interpretation.

Requirements

Current student, Senior or higher
Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in any of the following: Industrial Relations, Human Resources, Business Administration
Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week)and commuting to the designated work location in-person, per our hybrid work policy.

Nice To Haves

3.0 GPA (out of a 4.0 scale) or higher
Completed 3 years of undergraduate coursework, including classes in Industrial Relations, Management, Business, Human Resources
Experience or Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Sharepoint, Co-Pilot
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.